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Spain
France
England
Why did the European countries compete for power in North America?
 Guesses?
Motivating forces=Reasons to explore
 Economic ( gold, natural resources, trade) Religious(spread christianity) My culture is better!! Competitions for empire( I have more stuff!!)
What were the obstacles faced by the explorers?
 Poor maps and navigational tools
Navigational Tools
 Compass, Rudder, Sand Glass
More obstacles
 Disease, Starvation, Fear of unknown, Lack of adequate supplies
Accomplishments
 Exchange goods and ideas, Improve navigational tools and ships, Claimed territories( Mine, mine, mine)